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Build Secure Android Applications

This intensive course, ideal for Android application developers, aims to demonstrate methods and approaches for developing secure Android native mobile apps. It includes practical exercises, based on Android applications.

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Course overview

This course, ideal for Android application developers, aims to provide an exploration of the techniques and best practices for developing secure mobile applications. The training will cover a wide range of topics, including the identification and mitigation of common Android-specific vulnerabilities, the implementation of secure coding practices within the Android ecosystem, and the adoption of industry-standard security frameworks and methodologies for Android app development. Participants will engage in practical exercises based on real-world Android applications, allowing them to apply the learned concepts in a hands-on and engaging manner.

Requirements

  • Basic knowledge of mobile application architecture

  • Basic knowledge of Java programming in Android environment

Course content

  • Introduction to Mobile Security: An overview of the fundamental concepts and challenges in mobile security.

  • Overview of the Secure Software Development Life Cycle (S-SDLC): Understanding the stages and best practices for integrating security into the software development process.

  • Android Architecture and Security: Exploring the architecture of Android systems and methods for enhancing security within this framework.

  • Tools and Resources: Introduction to various tools and resources available for ensuring the security of mobile applications, including testing frameworks, libraries, and guidelines.


  • Communication Security: Techniques for securing data transmission between devices and servers.

  • Secure Data Storage: Methods for protecting sensitive data stored on mobile devices.

  • Session Management: Strategies for managing user sessions securely within mobile applications.

  • Input Validation: Techniques for validating and sanitizing user input to prevent security vulnerabilities.


  • Code Protection (obfuscation and anti-tampering): Methods for protecting app code from reverse engineering and tampering.

  • Authentication and Password Management: Implementing secure authentication mechanisms and best practices for password management.

  • Preventing leakage of Private Information: Strategies for safeguarding sensitive user data from unauthorized access or leakage.

  • Fundamentals of Backend Security (REST API and web services): Understanding security considerations when interacting with backend systems and services.


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